Odessa Construction Injury Attorney

Our construction injury attorneys have handled cases involving work site falls, failure to use fall protection, unguarded drop openings, and unstable construction materials that have fallen and caused serious injury and death.

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Construction Injury Attorney in Odessa

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we’ve represented many injured workers and families affected by serious construction accidents across the Permian Basin. With a dedicated office in Odessa, our team is familiar with the dangers of the oilfield-driven construction industry in West Texas. We also work with OSHA safety experts who evaluate jobsite conditions, identify violations, and help us establish negligence when workers are injured because contractors or companies cut corners on safety.

Why Choose Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers?

Our firm specializes in representing injured construction workers, and we have a proven record of securing significant settlements and verdicts. With decades of personal injury experience, our team understands the unique risks and challenges workers face on construction sites throughout Odessa and the surrounding Permian Basin communities.

Proven Track Record

Our attorneys have successfully handled numerous construction accident cases in West Texas, recovering millions in compensation for workers and families impacted by jobsite injuries.

Specialized Knowledge

Construction cases often involve unique and complex issues. Our attorneys know the hazards common to construction and oilfield projects in the Permian Basin area. We investigate safety violations, faulty equipment, and jobsite negligence to build the strongest case possible.

Personalized Attention

We provide one-on-one service from your first consultation to the end of your case. You’ll work directly with attorneys who understand the toll a serious injury takes on your health, your family, and your livelihood.

Comprehensive Investigation

Our legal team works with safety experts, accident reconstruction specialists, and medical professionals to thoroughly investigate what went wrong and who is responsible. This detailed approach ensures your case is built for success.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident, regardless of your location, our attorneys are ready to evaluate your potential case during a free consultation.

Past Success

Please visit our proven results page to view some of our past settlements including several construction injuries including $1 million in a construction death case.* *All Amounts listed are Net to Clients. Results obtained depend on the facts of each case.

14 million

Company Vehicle Wreck | Wrongful Death

12.5 million

Company Vehicle Crash in Construction Zone | Wrongful Death

1.4 million

Construction Injury | Spine Injury

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Types of Construction Injuries

Falls

Common on scaffolding, ladders, or unfinished structures, often resulting in broken bones, spinal injuries, or death.

Electrocution

Exposure to live wires or faulty equipment can cause catastrophic injuries.

Struck by Objects

Falling tools, equipment, or building materials frequently cause head, neck, or back injuries.

Caught-in/between Injuries

Workers may get trapped in machinery or pinned between heavy equipment.

Repetitive Strain Injuries

Continuous physical strain can cause lasting musculoskeletal damage.

Causes of Construction Accidents

Construction accidents can occur for various reasons, including:

Tool and Equipment Malfunction

Defective or poorly maintained tools frequently cause serious accidents on the job site.

Lifting and Overexertion

Heavy materials and improper lifting techniques can cause serious strain and injury.

Poor Site Conditions

Inadequate site management, such as lack of safety barriers or signage, contributes to increased injury risk.

Heavy Machinery Accidents

Cranes, forklifts, and other large machines pose dangers if mishandled or defective.

Inadequate Safety Training

Workers without proper safety training are at higher risk of injury.

Construction accidents can happen even on sites that follow safety precautions, and the aftermath is often overwhelming. Injured workers in Odessa and across the Permian Basin may face serious medical issues, mounting bills, and the stress of being unable to work. At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, our local construction accident attorneys understand these challenges because we live and work in this community too. We are committed to investigating your accident, protecting your legal rights, and fighting for the full compensation you need to move forward. When you turn to our firm, you gain a trusted neighbor and advocate dedicated to helping you and your family find justice.

Holding Negligent Parties Accountable

When construction companies cut corners, hardworking men and women in Odessa and the Permian Basin pay the price. Our construction accident attorneys act quickly to uncover the truth, working with safety experts and gathering critical evidence to prove fault. With liability established early, we’re able to pursue maximum compensation and stand up for the justice local workers deserve.

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How GVILAW Can Help

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we believe that every injured construction worker in Odessa and the Permian Basin deserves a legal team that treats them like family. When you choose our firm, you gain more than just an attorney, you gain trusted neighbors who understand the challenges you’re facing and are committed to standing by your side. At GVILAW our attorneys take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and build a strategy tailored to your situation.

From your very first call, we guide you step by step through the legal process with compassion and professionalism. Your recovery, financial security, and peace of mind are always our top priorities. We fight tirelessly to recover compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term needs, while ensuring you feel supported throughout the journey.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction accident in Odessa or anywhere in the Permian Basin, contact us today for a free consultation. Our experienced construction accident lawyers will review your case, explain your options, and help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.

Our Approach to Construction Accident Cases

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we believe hardworking construction workers in West Texas should never be left to bear the cost of someone else’s negligence. Our Odessa construction accident attorneys are dedicated to holding negligent companies, contractors, and third parties accountable through a comprehensive and proven approach.

Thorough Investigation

We dig into every detail of your case, collecting critical evidence, interviewing witnesses, consulting OSHA and industry experts, and reviewing jobsite safety records to uncover the truth.

Establishing Liability

Our team identifies whether your injuries were caused by employer negligence, third-party contractors, defective equipment, or violations of safety regulations and we build your claim around those facts.

Expert Analysis

We partner with construction safety specialists and accident reconstruction experts to analyze what went wrong and strengthen your case.

Legal Expertise

With decades of experience and a deep understanding of Texas law and construction safety standards, we fight to secure the justice and compensation you deserve.

Construction remains one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, it leads all industries in workplace fatalities and ranks near the top for serious injuries. Here in the Permian Basin, where large-scale construction and oilfield projects create additional risks, our firm has successfully handled cases involving falls, heavy equipment accidents, trench collapses, electrocutions, and more.

What to Do If You’re Injured on a Construction Site

A construction accident can turn your life upside down in a matter of seconds. Knowing the right steps to take immediately after your injury can make a big difference in protecting both your health and your legal rights. If you or a loved one is injured on a jobsite in Odessa, Midland, or anywhere in the Permian Basin, follow these important steps:

1. Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Your health comes first. Get emergency medical care right away, and make sure every visit, diagnosis, and treatment is properly documented. This medical record will also support your injury claim later.

2. Report the Incident

Notify your employer as soon as possible and ensure that an official accident report is filed. This creates a paper trail showing when and how the injury occurred.

3. Document Evidence

If it’s safe to do so, take photos or videos of the accident scene, your injuries, and any unsafe conditions. Collect names and contact information for any coworkers or witnesses who saw what happened.

4. Contact Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers

Once your immediate medical needs are taken care of, reach out to our Odessa construction accident attorneys. We are available 24/7 to protect your rights, preserve critical evidence, and begin building your case.

When you choose our firm, we will:

Conduct a detailed investigation of your accident.
Move quickly to preserve evidence before it disappears.
Identify the responsible parties and determine the best legal strategy.
Fight for compensation covering medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs.
Provide compassionate, personalized support throughout the process.

Don’t let someone else’s negligence derail your future. Contact Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. We’re proud to serve construction workers across Odessa and the Permian Basin, and we’re here to fight for the justice and financial security you deserve.

Why Choose Glasheen, Valles & Inderman for Your Odessa Construction Injury Case?

At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers, we know how vital construction workers are to Odessa and the entire Permian Basin. You build our roads, expand our communities, and support the oilfield industry that keeps this region thriving. When you’re hurt on the job, you deserve more than just legal help — you deserve a strong advocate who understands the physical, emotional, and financial toll that a serious injury brings to you and your family. That’s why our attorneys fight passionately for local workers, standing up to negligent companies and pursuing the full justice you deserve.

When you hire our Odessa construction accident attorneys, we work to recover compensation for the complete impact of your injury, including:

Medical Expenses: Coverage for emergency care, hospital stays, surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatments.
Lost Wages & Future Earning Capacity: Compensation for the income you’ve already lost and any reduction in your ability to earn a living in the future.
Physical Pain & Suffering: Financial recovery for the severe pain and hardship caused by your injuries.
Emotional Distress & Mental Anguish: Acknowledgment of the psychological and emotional toll construction accidents often leave behind.
Permanent Disability or Disfigurement: Support for life-altering injuries that require long-term adjustments.
Wrongful Death Benefits: Financial relief and justice for families mourning the loss of a loved one in a construction accident.

When you choose GVILAW, you’re choosing more than a law firm — you’re choosing neighbors who care about this community and the workers who keep it moving forward. We are proud to call Odessa home, and we are here to stand with you every step of the way.

Don’t face this battle alone. Contact Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. Let us fight for your rights, your family, and your future.

Image of 4 Senior Partners at Glasheen, Valles & Inderman Injury Lawyers. From Left to Right: Senior Partner and Attorney, Noe Valles, Senior Partner and Attorney, Kevin Glasheen, Senior Partner and Attorney, Chad Inderman, and Senior Partner and Attorney, Pedro Leyva.

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Below is a list of some of the most-frequently-asked questions by our clients and prospective clients. If you still have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Why should I hire an attorney?
Potential defendants are usually covered by insurance. The insurance companies are notified immediately when an accident occurs, and they usually hire attorneys and expert witnesses to investigate the claim. It is important that witnesses be interviewed as soon as possible and evidence be preserved. Witnesses will often be more difficult to locate or will have a poor memory if they are interviewed much later after the accident has occurred. Evidence such as machinery parts or skid marks on the highway will disappear unless preserved quickly. Insurance companies have insurance adjusters who will contact you and try to be friendly. You should not trust the statements that insurance adjusters make to you. They are not working for you and will sometimes make misleading statements in an effort to trick you into resolving your case. Insurance adjusters also might record your conversations with them and use your statements against you in order to try to save money for the insurance companies.

The main thing we try to impress upon people is that it’s never too early to talk to an attorney, and it’s always too late. By that we mean that speaking with an attorney very soon after a crash or other accident in no way will harm you. Along the same lines, the longer you try to handle a claim on your own or delay hiring competent counsel, irreparable damage can be done in the form of recorded statements given to the insurance companies and evidence not being preserved. There is no risk or fee for speaking with an attorney and arranging an initial consultation.
My employer has or might have Worker’s Compensation (Work Comp) Insurance. How does that affect my claim?
If your employer truly does carry workers comp insurance at the time of your injury, then you are barred from suing your employer; you must go through the Workers Compensation Commission to recover damages for your injuries. However, we have had dozens or more clients come to us under the impression that their employer carried work comp insurance, and when we checked it, the employer in fact did not. The only way to be sure is to seek the counsel of a personal injury attorney. At Glasheen, Valles & Inderman, we will perform this check for free before a contract is ever signed.

Even if your employer does carry workers compensation insurance, you might still have what is called a third-party claim. This refers to if your injury was caused by a person or company other than your employer or a co-worker. This is especially common in oil field cases where there may be three, four, or more different companies represented at a drilling site. In these cases, the fact that your employer carries work comp does not affect your claim against third parties, and seeking the services of a personal injury attorney is highly advised.
I was hurt at work and my employer does not have workers’ compensation, can I make a claim for injuries?
In Texas employers are not required to carry workers’ compensation. However, if an employer does not have workers’ compensation and an employee gets injured at work, then a claim can be made against the employer for the employer’s negligence, if any, that caused the injury. Our firm handles quite a few of these claims against employers who do not carry workers’ compensation. These claims are known as “non-subscriber” work injury claims. Because there is no limit on the damages in a non-subscriber case, there can sometimes be a substantial recovery. We have recovered in excess of a million dollars for many different clients with non-subscriber cases.
How long do I have to make a claim for personal injuries?
For personal injury claims the time period to file a claim could be anywhere from one year to four years depending upon the type of claim that you have. Generally, the time limit is two years to file suit in Texas. It is important to get advice from an attorney because the exact time limits can depend upon the specific facts of your case. It is important to hire an attorney soon after an accident. The insurance companies usually respond immediately and so should you. An attorney can help preserve evidence that otherwise may be lost forever.
I’ve been hurt in an accident, and I keep getting phone calls and visits from people I don’t know.
An unfortunate and illegal practice in personal injury law is known as barratry, or more commonly referred to as ambulance chasing or case running. Lawyers and people who work for lawyers are prohibited from making unsolicited contact with potential clients in the form of in-person visits or telephone calls. Often times after a highly publicized accident where a potentially valuable claim exists, unethical lawyers will—either themselves or through someone they hire—attempt to contact the claimants or meet them at their homes or hospital rooms. Sometimes they pose as grief counselors, funeral home staff, or even healthcare providers like nurses.

Know that you have the right to refuse to talk to these people, and if possible, you should report them to the local authorities.

Learn more about barratry.